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VercelPeople Systems Manager, Workday
Vercel is hiring a People Systems Manager to own how Workday operates across the company. Workday was recently adopted as the system of record for People…
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Vercel is hiring a People Systems Manager to own how Workday operates across the company. Workday was recently adopted as the system of record for People data, and the company is still expanding what the platform can do. The job spans system design, access controls, workflow setup and oversight, with the goal of getting the platform ready for public company operations. Vercel is developing a People technology setup where Workday…
Job Description
Vercel is hiring a People Systems Manager to own how Workday operates across the company. Workday was recently adopted as the system of record for People data, and the company is still expanding what the platform can do. The job spans system design, access controls, workflow setup and oversight, with the goal of getting the platform ready for public company operations.
Vercel is developing a People technology setup where Workday powers things behind the scenes rather than through a conventional HR interface. Employees and managers would start transactions and reach their data from tools they already use, such as Slack and internal apps. The manager pairs with integration engineers to wire Workday's access model and Business Process Framework into those experiences without weakening governance or data integrity.
This is a hands-on individual contributor role with real decision-making over Workday standards, architecture and controls. The posting wants at least five years working directly in Workday HCM. The position is full-time and remote for candidates outside the commuting distance of Vercel's San Francisco, New York, London or Berlin offices, while nearby candidates attend the office on Mondays, Tuesdays and Fridays. The San Francisco base pay range is $167,000 to $204,000.
Responsibilities
- Own Workday configuration, security architecture and the Business Process Framework, and make architectural calls that balance flexibility, scale and control
- Design business processes and security settings for transactions started in Slack, company-built apps and similar tools
- Build out role-based access rules, duty separation, change management and audit safeguards
- Build automation where needed to meet SOX and SOC 2 expectations and public company readiness
- Set up processes for equity, commission payouts, one-off payments and clawback handling, coordinating with Payroll, Legal, Finance and Total Rewards
- Define rules for data governance, how reports are structured, calculated fields and accuracy
- Run regression testing, release coordination and configuration change control
- Trace persistent pain points back to their origin and resolve them with configuration, automation and process changes
- Partner with auditors on documentation, process walkthroughs and fixes
Requirements
- At least five years working directly in Workday HCM, covering access, workflows, reporting and core configuration
- Strong knowledge of Workday's protection model and workflow engine, including role permissions, sign-offs and duty separation
- Background in creating or improving a Workday setup, with standards, governance and processes that scale
- Track record setting up Workday access structures, oversight and internal controls that meet SOX requirements and prepare for audits
- Reporting and data management skills in Workday, including calculated fields, complex reports, data validation and report governance
- Knowledge of how Workday design choices ripple into connected systems and automated flows
Qualifications
- Workday Payroll or complex compensation experience, including equity and commission payments
- Experience helping a fast-growing technology company build People Systems or prepare for an IPO
- Experience using AI or automation to strengthen administration, data quality, controls or efficiency
Core Skills
Benefits
- Pay package with an equity component
- Healthcare package designed to be inclusive
- Mentorship, events and learning support
- Flexible time off
- Equipment for the role and a work-from-home budget
Frequently Asked Questions
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What experience does the role require?
The posting asks for at least five years working directly in Workday HCM, covering access controls, workflows, reporting and setup. Experience with SOX compliance and audit readiness is also listed.
Is the role remote?
It is fully remote for candidates beyond the commuting distance of Vercel's offices in San Francisco, New York, London or Berlin. Nearby candidates attend the office on Mondays, Tuesdays and Fridays.
What is the base pay?
The San Francisco base pay range is $167,000 to $204,000. The posting says pay outside San Francisco may be adjusted, and total compensation can include equity and bonus eligibility.
Is Payroll experience required?
No. Workday Payroll or complex compensation experience is listed as a bonus, not a requirement.
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